Keri Ford

Literally First Class™

Hosted by Keri Ford—Creative Director turned 3x Award-Winning High-Performance Coach, Real Estate Investor, and Mom—the Literally First Class™ podcast is for top female founders ready to elevate their mindset and unlock their next multi-million dollar success. Keri combines humor, real stories, and heart-centered strategies to level up in leadership, wealth and confidence. Join her every other Tuesday as she brings practical tools and candid conversations that empower you to live and lead first class. Learn more at elevatewithkeri.com.

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Keri Ford

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Education

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Latest episode

Aug 26, 2025

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Episodes

LFC 089: How to Manifest Your Dream Life (& Ways You're Repelling It) 30.07.2024

Manifestation involves getting clear on what you truly want in the long run. You can manifest things in all areas of your life, such as work, relationships, and health. But in order to achieve your goals, it's important to address any emotional or physical issues first and make sure your goals align with your own nervous system. This is where somatic strategies come into play. In this episode of t...

LFC 088: The Somatic Success® Method 23.07.2024

In the latest episode of Literally First Class, Keri shares three somatic strategies to help you reach your full potential. Many of us struggle to find ways to make room for personal and professional growth, and often lack the tools and strategies to break through our own limitations. This can leave us feeling stuck, unaligned, and unhappy. The key is to learn practical tips to move past this stat...

LFC 087: Don't Give Up on Growth 16.07.2024

To grow personally and professionally, it's important to strengthen your skills and define your goals. This will help you find your path and reach your final destination. Learning from people who have walked in your shoes and are in a similar position is also crucial. Being part of a supportive community that encourages accountability can also work wonders for your business. In the latest episode...

LFC 086: Networking is Cute, But Are You in the Right Rooms? 09.07.2024

Welcome to another episode of Literally First Class! In this episode, Keri unpacks her experience at the last Champagne Club Dinner Event for female founders and executives. The event brought together like-minded, powerful women to discuss what works and what doesn't in their lives. It was not just a networking experience, but a transformational one. Keri also shares details about the upcoming Mad...

LFC 085: Is it Fear or Intuition? 25.06.2024

Working towards success can feel scary for many people. You may not know if the feeling is fear preventing you from achieving great things or your intuition trying to keep you safe. There's a fine line between the two. Once you understand your nervous system and learn to interpret its signals, everything becomes easier, and you can make decisions with more peace of mind. In this episode of Literal...

LFC 084: Too Busy for Your Own Good 18.06.2024

As a female entrepreneur, it's easy to feel overwhelmed when you look at your calendar and see a massive amount of professional and personal tasks to complete. You might not see any room for creating new projects, leveling up your game, and achieving the success you know you're capable of. If this sounds familiar, remember that time is just as valuable as money. In this episode, Keri explains how...

LFC 083: Social Media & Our Nervous System 11.06.2024

Nowadays, social media and the nervous system are highly connected. How much attention we pay to the many different online platforms directly impacts our mental health and, interestingly enough, is also associated with poorer cognitive control. It's essential to be mindful of what we consume on social media, considering not only the quality of the content but also the quantity. There's another asp...

LFC 082: How We're Redefining Leadership with a Mental Wellness Approach 28.05.2024

Attention all leaders! If you've achieved success through hard work but struggle to find peace of mind and relaxation, we have an announcement for you. Join us for our  5-Day Leadership Redefined Masterclass Series .  You will learn how to prioritize self-care while maintaining your current success and reaching for even greater heights. In addition, you will discover how to incorporate somatic and...

LFC 081: Pop Up Party in First Class with Chief Medical Officer Dr. Rafid Fadul 21.05.2024

Optimal health is the result of daily choices. When we talk about longevity, we are talking about making the right choices every day because what you do now will matter in the future. The best way to live longer and better is to have support from a health professional who understands that health is the ultimate wealth. Today, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Rafid Fadul visited us in First Class for a PO...

LFC 080: 3 Ways to Know You're Ready for Higher Level Mentorship 14.05.2024

As a successful woman, it can be difficult to recognize when you have reached your limit. You might feel unfulfilled, encounter internal barriers, or yearn for something more. However, many women struggle to identify their breaking point, the moment when they are ready to invest in higher-level mentorship.  In this episode of Literally First Class, Keri outlines three ways to help you determine wh...

LFC 079: Lice Lessons & Updates 07.05.2024

In this new episode of the Literally First Class Podcast, Keri shares some updates about her upcoming projects. If you missed the last Champagne Dinner Club event, you still have the opportunity to attend the next one in June. This is a great chance to connect with like-minded women and enjoy some fun activities. That's why Keri is organizing a Q2 edition. Another exciting opportunity to network a...

LFC 078: Pop Up Party in First Class with Somatic Relationship Expert Becky Aste 23.04.2024

Becky Aste, a Somatic Relationship Expert, paid us a surprise visit in First Class for a POP UP PARTY! In this episode, Becky explains the concept of somatic work and its benefits for the body and mind. Somatic work helps you align your goals with your true self, pursue personal projects, and cultivate gratitude. Moreover, it enables the body to function from a place of peace rather than anxiety....

LFC 077: Simplification is Sexy 16.04.2024

In this new episode of Literally First Class Podcast, Keri aims to simplify things! We often tend to complicate things unnecessarily, and always crave for more. We keep comparing ourselves with others and their achievements, even though we might not want some of those achievements. This makes us ponder whether we are actually working towards what we truly want.  In addition, Keri shares some excit...

LFC 076: Feeling Flighty? 4 Ways to Move through This 09.04.2024

Fight or flight response is a reaction that occurs when the body is under stress and perceives itself as in danger. The mind sees only two options: either fight the threat or flee from danger. In this episode of Literally First Class Podcast, Keri shares four different strategies to help you calm down your nervous system when you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious. The goal is to help you ground yo...

LFC 075: Champagne Club Vibes Only 02.04.2024

Join Keri as she recounts the enchanting night that was the Champagne Club dinner event in Atlanta, where luxury met the creative vision in a symphony of artful details and fun surprises. The evening unfolded as a testament to the power of intentionality and strategy in bringing ideas to vivid life. Nearly 30 influential women from diverse backgrounds came together to not just dine but to celebrat...

LFC 074: Go First, Act Fast, & Be Rewarded 26.03.2024

The  Leadership Redefined Experience  is finally happening this week! The event goes from March 25th - April 2nd, and we are now on the second day at the time this episode airs. This event is for women who need to fall back in love with leadership or want to learn more about being a leader. The event will also approach relevant topics like mental health, somatic practices, how to make higher-level...

LFC 073: Ramblings, Rumbling, & Redefining Leadership 19.03.2024

In this episode of Literally First Class, Keri shares some new updates on her coming projects. Leadership Redefined Experience starts March 25th, and if you need to fall back in love with leadership or are curious about how you can learn more about that aspect of your personality, this live event is for you.  We all know that the pandemic affected us all, and with women in leadership, it's no diff...

LFC 072: Not THAT Special 12.03.2024

"What if you telling yourself that you're so special is the thing that actually keeps you separate from experiencing more good things?"  In this short but powerful episode of Literally First Class, Keri shares her perspective on this topic inspired by a moment of self-coaching she had recently. Sometimes, the problem with thinking you're too special makes you see yourself as too different from eve...

LFC 071: Nervous Tics, Avoiding Anxiety Attacks, & Why Can't My Body Relax? [ Q&A ] 05.03.2024

During this episode, Keri answers several questions from the Somatic Success Society® Facebook Group. All the questions revolve around getting in a relaxed station, stepping out of anxiety, and dealing with moments of unrest. When it comes to avoiding anxiety attacks, it's important to look at what was happening before the attack. It's less about snapping out of it and more about listening to the...

LFC 070: Unexpected Detox Symptoms & Update [ My Explant Journey, Part 6 ] 27.02.2024

In this new episode of Literally First Class Podcast, Keri shares more details about the healing process of her explant surgery. After such an important and delicate procedure, it's normal to feel the body kind of detoxing, so it's also common to notice new types of symptoms. It's a sign that the body is readjusting to its new reality. One thing that needs to be said is that everyone is different....

LFC 069: Hot Off the Press 20.02.2024

Keri is launching a brand new newsletter! Sit back, relax, and listen to the very first edition of the newsletter that will talk all things leadership, mental health, being successful, and enjoying life while also having responsibilities. Research shows that leaders of all kinds (CEOs, entrepreneurs, company owners, etc) are more overwhelmed now than ever, which is alarming. Things like being a le...

LFC 068: Breaking Up with the Shame Game 13.02.2024

If you want to break free from self-shame and become more confident in your skin, this episode is for you. Sometimes, all we need is to express ourselves, and that can mean different things to different people. Being judgemental or criticizing someone just because they are being themselves in their own way is no longer acceptable these days. Today, Keri is bringing a different perspective on topic...

LFC 067: Heal Your Shit 06.02.2024

In this episode of Literally First Class Podcast, Keri talks more about her new company called Infinite Living Institute. Partnering with her husband Jake, this new business offers a different portfolio of products, from aromatherapy somatic candles to matching sweatshirts. The products are part of a mental health collection and include thought-provoking sayings. Throughout the episode, Keri expla...

LFC 066: 2024 Updates & Leadership Initiatives 30.01.2024

Welcome back to Literally First Class! In this new episode, Keri shares a few updates on her programs and what you can expect from upcoming launches. Professional, ambitious women often see themselves as someone who needs to sacrifice family time in order to have more success. Well, it doesn't have to be that way. You can have it all. The key here is to work with like-minded women who can help you...

LFC 065: Pop Up Party in First Class with VP of Performance Health Rudy Inaba 23.01.2024

Surprise guest Rudy Inaba, VP of Performance Health at Cenegenics, stopped by to have a POP UP PARTY with us in First Class! Tune in as we discuss the many benefits of adopting healthy habits at any stage in life and how Rudy's work at Cenegenics helps individuals with their health goals based on their lifestyle and routine. If you are wanting to improve your health, it is important to seek indivi...

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